Coconut-infused Red Beans and Rice
A delightful and tropical twist on a classic dish, this Coconut-infused Red Beans and Rice recipe is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Creamy coconut milk, hearty red beans, and fragrant spices come together to create a dish that will transport your taste buds to the islands.
Ingredients
| 1 | cup small dried red beans |
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| 1 | onion, chopped |
| 2 | garlic, minced |
| 1 | small dried red chili |
| 1 | coconut milk |
| 4 | vegetarian broth or water |
| 2 | long-grain white rice |
| salt, to taste |
Instructions
| 1. | Inspect the dried red beans, removing any debris. Rinse and drain the beans thoroughly. |
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| 2. | In a large 6-quart pot, combine the cleaned red beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, whole dried red chili, coconut milk, and vegetarian broth. |
| 3. | Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beans are almost tender when pressed, approximately 75-90 minutes. |
| 4. | Stir in the long-grain white rice, cover, and continue cooking over low heat until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, for about 30 minutes. If needed, add a splash of extra broth or water to prevent sticking. |
| 5. | Remove and discard the dried red chili. Season the dish with salt to taste. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 305.2 kcal |
| Protein | 8.4 g |
| Fat | 10.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 45.3 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Sugar | 4.7 g |
Published on Jul 19, 2024 by Luminița